Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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